Maretta

carlos borges

The chef here is doing amazing things. This is standout Italian cuisine. We're been here a couple of times and I look forward to my next visit. The grilled prawns in Calabrian butter is a must. The potato pave is a must. Pro tip: Mash the potato in the Calabrian butter. You're welcome. The salads change seasonally it seems. I had the Radicchio lettuce salad on a recent visit the was perfectly seasoned and super fresh. It's a large portion that can be shared with 3 - 4 people. I highly recommend the linguine and clams. Some of the best anywhere. The sauce is perfectly emulsified. The Mafaldine is elegant. The service is spectacular. Andy is a great host. The team here works hard to create a great experience.

Zahira Perez

Instant favorite! Stumbled across this restaurant after a comedy show at the bar across the street and I am so glad I did. The food was absolutely delicious! My friend and I shared the diavola pizza and the lasagna. The pizza had the perfect crust that can only be achieved by a great pizza oven and the lasagna had the perfect creamy texture without feeling heavy. All of this is complimented by the atmosphere: the second you walk in you can feel the elevated yet welcoming atmosphere - a great romantic and relaxing vibe with soft lights. The service was my favorite part though, I believe we were helped by Jaime and Javyer. Friendly and super helpful, gave us suggestions and made us feel right at home. I’d skip the crème brûlée and next time I’ll be trying some wines from their great selection.

Miranda M.

Wow what a gem!!! The best vibes and service, EXCELLENT pasta (vegetarian options!), delicious apps and also amazing cocktails. I can’t wait to be back!!! Would be a really fun place for a private event buyout too.

Serap Oyal

A very pleasant and delicious place. Small, friendly service. We're glad we came and will be back again. Lezzet cok guzeldi gec fotograf cekebildim

Rita

I wanted to gatekeep Maretta but I won't! Went for dinner on a Saturday night and Nico (the owner) found us a table right away. We started off with classic dirty martinis, which were so delicious we ordered more. For apps, we got the melon prosciutto, the prawns, and the lardo milk bread. All were delicious but the standout was the lardo. Order it; it's worth the calories. For entrees, we got the bronzino, the oxtail ragu, and the pizza bianca. I'm not usually a fan of pizza but this one was so fresh! The bronzino though was the favorite: buttery, flaky, and melts in your mouth and the skin was charred to perfection. We finished off our meal with the creme brulee, which came with sugar cookies that were so good they could have been a dessert on their own. We ended the meal with some amaro local to our server's hometown in Italy, which warmed us up enough to go back outside in the freezing cold. Great experience overall, very reasonably priced, and friendly people all around!

Alex Petry

Maretta is a such a gem! Gorgeous bar, sleek minimalist, chic yet inviting. The staff is warm and attentive. Such a cool vibe. Drinks are superb. Wine list is very well done. The warm bread fresh from the oven with real olive oil was my first clue this was going to be a superb meal. Do not miss the mussels dish they were the best I've had in a long time! The steak is fantastic and honestly a bargain, with delicious fries and sauce. The pasta has never disappointed, pappardelle was a banger. Such a great addition to the neighborhood! Thank you Nico, Andy and Luigi!

M.K. Smith

One of the best restaurants I’ve eaten at in nyc. The lowkey clean film-artsy aesthetic lent to the experience. The food was perfectly salted and seasoned. Steak melted in my mouth and the service was friendly and prompt.

Amandip Kaur

Super cute Italian restaurant with delicious pasta ! I got the mafaldine mushroom pasta and it was perfect; loved the pistachio martini as well. Our waiter was very helpful and service was great.

Isabella Miller

10/10 vibes and food with decent prices and no reservation hassle

Demetris Demetriou (Dimi)

One of my favorite spots at the moment! Food is amazing, you have to try their specialty pasta Cavatelli alla Lollo! Just wow! Of course the pizza is amazing too! Totally in love with this place. Exceptional service and great atmosphere!

Alique Fisher

everything at maretta is 10/10. the food is some of the best i’ve had in nyc. i highly recommend the verde pizza and the lardo.

This is one of the best Italian restaurant I’ve eaten in New York in a long, long time. I am Italian born and raised, and I can tell you the food here is the same as you can find in Italy. The service was amazing. Great atmosphere welcoming and warm. Drinks were good and they had a fantastic wine selection. I was there a week ago and I’m already going back next week. I think everyone should experience the wonderful restaurant Maretta.

I haven't had a dining experience this enjoyable in such a long time! ther service was impeccable, attentive, and kind. The food and wine surpassed all expectations! We walked in super easily which is always nice. I will be back here soon!

Delicious. We really enjoyed The Sour cocktail, fennel salad (loaded with parm), mushroom malfadine (very generous with the mushrooms), and the complementary focaccia. The oxtail ragu and tiramisu were nice too.

Had an amazing time, luis and Niko were absolutely amazing. Great service. Amazing food. The verde pizza to die for. Unbelievable house shots. Would recommend.

What a great dinner! We were a party of eight with an early reservation at 6pm. Greeted by the hostess who also was our server. She was so pleasant and friendly. It set the right mood at the outset. Ordered 2 each of the apps ( shrimp, mussels and broccoli rabe). For the entree, half of us had the Osso Buco and others had various pasta dishes. All very good, and by the end— all plates finished incuduing the apps and two bottles of a great barbera. Split two orders of Tiramisu one of which was free of charge since we were celebrating my son’s wedding earlier that day at City Hall. Thanks to the staff at Maretta for making it a special evening.

Absolutely Loved It! We went to Maretta on Monday for dinner with kids and friends and absolutely loved it! The food was delicious and innovative — every dish had a thoughtful twist that made it stand out. We started with the potato pavé with leeks (to die for!) and the smoked beetroot salad, which was completely unexpected and packed with unique flavor. It’s so rare to find something truly unusual these days, and this was exactly that. For mains, we had the chicken, branzino (fantastic!), and the ragu bolognese — each one was a treat. The portions were perfect, and everything came out beautifully presented. The ambiance was cozy and elegant, with dim lighting, candles on the tables, and crisp white tablecloths — and honestly, everything tastes better when the setting is this charming. They even made a non-alcoholic espresso martini that hit the spot — not an easy feat for a small restaurant, but they really nailed it. The service was delightful — warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. We’re already planning to come back and are recommending this gem to everyone we know!

From the moment we walked into Maretta on Avenue B, we knew we had found something special. The vibe strikes that perfect balance of relaxed neighborhood Italian and chic East Village energy. Minimalist interior warmed with candlelight and a buzzing bar scene that feels both intimate and lively. The seasonal menu delivers thoughtful, authentic Italian dishes with fresh ingredients that truly sing together. We started with the steamed mussels and shared their pizzetta and pappardelle every bite was rich, perfectly seasoned, and deeply satisfying. The wine list and cocktails (especially the crafted martinis and Negronis) were standout accompaniments. Service was warm and attentive, making us feel right at home. This gem earns every one of its 5 stars. We are already planning our next visit!

Incredible find in the heart of the East Village. Maretta is both cozy and lively, a perfect date night spot, and I can't wait to host a celebratory meal here. The vibe is right!!! I've been a few times now and service is top-tier. The food is delicious and elevates classic Italian. Highlights for us have been the perfectly cooked pasta dishes (any of them), the steamed mussels were phenomenal, and the cocktails (especially the Negroni Shakerato) were expertly made to pair with each course.

Stetson Hundgen

Incredible find in the heart of the East Village. Maretta is both cozy and lively, a perfect date night spot, and I can't wait to host a celebratory meal here. The vibe is right!!! I've been a few times now and service is top-tier. The food is delicious and elevates classic Italian. Highlights for us have been the perfectly cooked pasta dishes (any of them), the steamed mussels were phenomenal, and the cocktails (especially the Negroni Shakerato) were expertly made to pair with each course.

Natalia Woodward

From the moment we walked into Maretta on Avenue B, we knew we had found something special. The vibe strikes that perfect balance of relaxed neighborhood Italian and chic East Village energy. Minimalist interior warmed with candlelight and a buzzing bar scene that feels both intimate and lively. The seasonal menu delivers thoughtful, authentic Italian dishes with fresh ingredients that truly sing together. We started with the steamed mussels and shared their pizzetta and pappardelle every bite was rich, perfectly seasoned, and deeply satisfying. The wine list and cocktails (especially the crafted martinis and Negronis) were standout accompaniments. Service was warm and attentive, making us feel right at home. This gem earns every one of its 5 stars. We are already planning our next visit!

Kasia Meller

Absolutely Loved It! We went to Maretta on Monday for dinner with kids and friends and absolutely loved it! The food was delicious and innovative — every dish had a thoughtful twist that made it stand out. We started with the potato pavé with leeks (to die for!) and the smoked beetroot salad, which was completely unexpected and packed with unique flavor. It’s so rare to find something truly unusual these days, and this was exactly that. For mains, we had the chicken, branzino (fantastic!), and the ragu bolognese — each one was a treat. The portions were perfect, and everything came out beautifully presented. The ambiance was cozy and elegant, with dim lighting, candles on the tables, and crisp white tablecloths — and honestly, everything tastes better when the setting is this charming. They even made a non-alcoholic espresso martini that hit the spot — not an easy feat for a small restaurant, but they really nailed it. The service was delightful — warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. We’re already planning to come back and are recommending this gem to everyone we know!

Nicole Lewis

I haven't had a dining experience this enjoyable in such a long time! ther service was impeccable, attentive, and kind. The food and wine surpassed all expectations! We walked in super easily which is always nice. I will be back here soon!

Michael Straky

Delicious. We really enjoyed The Sour cocktail, fennel salad (loaded with parm), mushroom malfadine (very generous with the mushrooms), and the complementary focaccia. The oxtail ragu and tiramisu were nice too.

Marco Baldi

This is one of the best Italian restaurant I’ve eaten in New York in a long, long time. I am Italian born and raised, and I can tell you the food here is the same as you can find in Italy. The service was amazing. Great atmosphere welcoming and warm. Drinks were good and they had a fantastic wine selection. I was there a week ago and I’m already going back next week. I think everyone should experience the wonderful restaurant Maretta.

Natalie Cabezas

Most amazing Italian! I’ve been over 10 times and keep going back because of how amazing the food and service is. So appreciative of such an intentional menu and the most welcoming staff. Definitely recommend :)

We actually had a really disappointing experience at Maretta. Given the high ratings and reviews, I thought I should probably share our experience so others might not be surprised in the same way. Both the service and food were nowhere near what I expected based on the review and price point. On the former, on multiple occasions, we were served dirty glassware/dishes. (In addition to a share plate with old food crust on it, I was accidentally provided a used glass with some leftover drink in the bottom when I got my beer, and when they gave us a refill carafe of water (which we had to ask for both times, despite the bottle sitting there empty for a while), the server had dirty hands and when they dropped the bottle, the food/substance on their hands smeared across the top of the carafe. If I hadn't been there with some special guests, I would have said something in the moment. It left a pretty poor impression. On the food, our main dishes were very mediocre. In fact, we had to ask for some salt just to make the pasta dish edible. It was really baffling, given that the restaurant is well reviewed. I left wishing I had gone to a more affordable, neighborhood-style option.

Christian Lang

We actually had a really disappointing experience at Maretta. Given the high ratings and reviews, I thought I should probably share our experience so others might not be surprised in the same way. Both the service and food were nowhere near what I expected based on the review and price point. On the former, on multiple occasions, we were served dirty glassware/dishes. (In addition to a share plate with old food crust on it, I was accidentally provided a used glass with some leftover drink in the bottom when I got my beer, and when they gave us a refill carafe of water (which we had to ask for both times, despite the bottle sitting there empty for a while), the server had dirty hands and when they dropped the bottle, the food/substance on their hands smeared across the top of the carafe. If I hadn't been there with some special guests, I would have said something in the moment. It left a pretty poor impression. On the food, our main dishes were very mediocre. In fact, we had to ask for some salt just to make the pasta dish edible. It was really baffling, given that the restaurant is well reviewed. I left wishing I had gone to a more affordable, neighborhood-style option.

They tried making anything made out of wheat healthy by using whole grain flour. This does not work with pizza, it was so bad. The pizza was also ridiculously small. Blinis were bad and there was a draft in the restaurant. This is not a vegetarian/vegan/kosher friendly restaurant, so keep that in mind.

Thomas Martin

They tried making anything made out of wheat healthy by using whole grain flour. This does not work with pizza, it was so bad. The pizza was also ridiculously small. Blinis were bad and there was a draft in the restaurant. This is not a vegetarian/vegan/kosher friendly restaurant, so keep that in mind.